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DragonBuilds
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Are you interested in learning more about home improvement and car maintenance? Looking for advice on how to fix a difficult plumbing problem, searching for an unbiased review of an auto detailing product, or simply want some ideas for an easy weekend project? Then you've come to the right place! I make short, easy-to-understand videos, so whether you're a total beginner or have some experience, I hope you find them useful.
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How to Use Ear Type Hose Clamps - Better Than Common Worm Gear Clamps
In this video I go over how to use ear type hose clamps and their advantages compared to the more common worm gear clamps. Similar clamps are commonly used for automotive applications, and these inexpensive versions are perfect for repairing water or air hoses as well as other general repairs.
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Does UV Light Activated Glue Actually Work? Let's Find Out!
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Pretty much everybody has heard of epoxy or super glue (cyanoacrylate), but UV activated glue is relatively new. Is it worth the hype or are you better off with conventional adhesives?
How to Repair a Cracked or Chipped Windshield for $15 - Easy DIY Solution
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A chipped or cracked windshield is a common and annoying problem, but luckily, it is a relatively easy DIY repair using a commonly available repair kit. I used the Permatex windshield repair kit, but there are many similar kits that work the same way.
How to Remove a Stuck Hose Bibb Vacuum Breaker - Fix your Faucet!
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In this video, I demonstrate how to remove a stuck vacuum breaker from your hose bibb or spigot. These vacuum breakers have a set screw that is designed to break off during installation, making the vacuum breaker very difficult to remove. Luckily, it can be removed with the right technique and proper tools. If your local code requires a new vacuum breaker to be installed, I highly recommend NOT...
Foam King Garden Hose Foam Cannon Review - Upgrade Your DIY Car Washes On a Budget!
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Foam King Garden Hose Foam Cannon Review - Upgrade Your DIY Car Washes On a Budget!
How to Drill Through Thick Steel With A Cordless Drill
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How to Drill Through Thick Steel With A Cordless Drill
Adam’s Total Interior Cleaner Review - Easy Ceramic Protection For Your Car's Interior!
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Adam’s Total Interior Cleaner Review - Easy Ceramic Protection For Your Car's Interior!
Find the Right Breaker FAST! How to Eliminate Guessing With a Circuit Tracer
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Find the Right Breaker FAST! How to Eliminate Guessing With a Circuit Tracer
TurboTorch TX 503 Review - A Great Propane/MAPP Gas Torch!
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TurboTorch TX 503 Review - A Great Propane/MAPP Gas Torch!
Is This $25 Bright Showers Hand Shower Set From Amazon Any Good?
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Is This $25 Bright Showers Hand Shower Set From Amazon Any Good?
Is This The Best Ceramic Spray Sealant? Sonax Ceramic Spray Coating Review
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Is This The Best Ceramic Spray Sealant? Sonax Ceramic Spray Coating Review
Banish Banging Pipes! DIY Irrigation Water Hammer Arrestor Installation - Easy DIY Solution
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Banish Banging Pipes! DIY Irrigation Water Hammer Arrestor Installation - Easy DIY Solution
Is This The Best Residential Drain Cleaning Machine? RIDGID K9-12 FlexShaft Review
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Is This The Best Residential Drain Cleaning Machine? RIDGID K9-12 FlexShaft Review
Install a Shower Caddy Without Drilling! Tesa PowerKit Bath Accessories Review
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Install a Shower Caddy Without Drilling! Tesa PowerKit Bath Accessories Review
How to Replace a Compression Angle Stop
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How to Replace a Compression Angle Stop
Stop Wheel Theft! Install Wheel Locks Yourself in Minutes (DIY Car Security)
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Stop Wheel Theft! Install Wheel Locks Yourself in Minutes (DIY Car Security)
How to Repair Cracked Plastic with a Hot Stapler - Easy DIY Repair!
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How to Repair Cracked Plastic with a Hot Stapler - Easy DIY Repair!
How to Build a Dimmable Industrial Iron Pipe Lamp - No Special Tools or Parts Required
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How to Build a Dimmable Industrial Iron Pipe Lamp - No Special Tools or Parts Required
Cerakote Ceramic Windshield Coating Review: Rain Repelling Magic or Just Hype?
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Cerakote Ceramic Windshield Coating Review: Rain Repelling Magic or Just Hype?
CNC 1610 DIY Kit Review - $150 CNC Mill!
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CNC 1610 DIY Kit Review - $150 CNC Mill!
How to Add Freon/Refrigerant to a Refrigerator with a Piercing Valve - Easy DIY Repair!
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How to Add Freon/Refrigerant to a Refrigerator with a Piercing Valve - Easy DIY Repair!
How to Remove Stripped or Stuck Screws with a Manual Impact Driver
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How to Remove Stripped or Stuck Screws with a Manual Impact Driver
Knipex Alligator Water Pump Pliers Review WAY BETTER Than Channellocks!
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Knipex Alligator Water Pump Pliers Review WAY BETTER Than Channellocks!
How to Prevent Leaks at Threaded Pipe Connections
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How to Prevent Leaks at Threaded Pipe Connections
Milwaukee M12 Fuel HACKZALL Reciprocating Saw Review - Compact and Powerful
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Milwaukee M12 Fuel HACKZALL Reciprocating Saw Review - Compact and Powerful
How to Install a Rain Shower System - Easy DIY Shower Upgrade Without Opening The Wall!
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How to Install a Rain Shower System - Easy DIY Shower Upgrade Without Opening The Wall!
SureBilt Dent Puller Kit - $20 Paintless Dent Repair?
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SureBilt Dent Puller Kit - $20 Paintless Dent Repair?
How to Solder a Ball Valve to Copper Pipe
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How to Solder a Ball Valve to Copper Pipe
Repairing a Dented Car Bumper with a Heat Gun - Easy DIY Repair Method!
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Repairing a Dented Car Bumper with a Heat Gun - Easy DIY Repair Method!
I have a heavy green street sign that someone ran over. I bought a brand new dewalt XR angle grinder. Do you think it can cut? I'm using a 40 grit type 1/41 Bauer metal cutting blade. Ive been cutting it for sometime. Are you suppose to put some force into cutting? I figure, you have to line up my cut and move it up and down barely touching the blade and metal. This tool is really something.
Are you cutting the sign or the sign post? Many road signs are aluminum and should not be cut with regular abrasive wheels.
@@DragonBuilds it's the post not the sign. Should I be using a reciprocating saw?
@@KyleBillie A grinder should work. You don't want to push too hard but it is important to maintain steady pressure on the tool. You might also want to try a diamond metal cutting wheel like the one I used in the video.
@@DragonBuilds Okay, it's a "u channel sign post" so it's a very thick metal... it's not light so it couldn't be aluminum. I'll see about the blade you have:) I cut with a dremel, sawzall, circular saw. I'll get a face shield and gloves. I'll maintain the pressure to cut my line and don't be too forceful.
@@KyleBillie A dremel is for light duty detail work, it won't cut through a sign post. Your angle grinder is the right tool for the job you just need the proper disc.
Great video and great information
Can I cut a basketball hoop post with a recip saw? What blade would I need?
Yes you can, any thick metal cutting blade will work.
@@DragonBuilds okay, I have a Ryobi 18V one-handed saw so I will give that a shot. If it doesn’t work, i’ll get a Milwaukee like the one in your video.
Great video
One should recover the refrigerant, remove the piercing fitting and braze on an access fitting, then test for leaks, repair any leaks in the system, vacuum the system down, recharge with real gauges using saturated temperatures and not pressures,
The “welding” ……
I know this is an old video, but i agree..... stay away from this saw! I put less than 5 pieces of box tubing through mine snd it went south.
How does it compare to epoxy/CA glue in terms of its properties, adhesion, being brittle, etc.?
@@Yonatan24 Epoxy and CA glue are definitely stronger and adhere better but I find that the UV glue is still convenient for basic household fixes. It also sticks to glass which is useful.
Heat the pipe first imo, then move to the ball valve, since they’re lead free, you need more heat which risks damaging the nylon inside, hence it’s best to heat the pipe first
Great video and great information
Great video
Why does this new generation of plumbers refuse to use snap cutters?
They are great for new cast iron but can crack older pipes. However, they are a nice option for clay or concrete which are considerably more difficult to work with. Also, snap cutters are expensive!
Great information
The biggest beef I have with this tool is it won’t fit in tight spots. For diy use, go sharkbite. For a professional, pro press is the way to go but I’m not seeing a logical way around the 2000 investment.
Honestly, I would say that you are better off soldering.
There are better versions of this tool that work well and can fit in tight spots and is perfect for a DIYer.
whoops. i forgot to purge the air from the hose . but it seems to be running fine😊
The blade inserted wrong??
It is a double ended blade that can be inserted either way.
I have a refrigerator with a bullet piercing valve already put in the copper line, but I don't have the adapter for the 134a quick connect end of the line that goes into the can. Can you point me in the right direction to find one? Any help is appreciated.
@@haroldk3913 I found the adapters aren’t so good, you can actually get R134a hoses which connect directly to the valve. I have one linked in the video description.
@@DragonBuilds Alright - thank you very much. I was trying to connect the same quick connect I use for the car AC. I will go to the link you provided.
a "man" that buys tools should have enough common sense to make the adjustments needed before they have catastrophic failure. ANY brand can send out a unit with a lose screw, it's up to the owner operator to do a pre-use inspection to avoid the need to call a Whaaambulance.😮💨😩
How does it go on really hard blockages such as corroded steel pipe and mineral deposits? My hydro jet with a whip hose can struggle. Would.thjs do any better???? Thanks
They sell carbide tipped chains that are made for removing rust and mineral deposits, but carbide chains are only suitable for metal pipes.
Hi did you turn on refrigerator on to charge ?
Yes you do
Or you could just smack the coupling with two hammers is a lot quicker
Pro press will not clamp down properly on M copper tubbing. FYI.
Really? Viega says it is ok for Type M copper
I’ve only used this tool two times at my home, so far it’s all good.
If the force is too much, get some EMT over the handles for more leverage. “Give me a lever long enough and I can move the entire earth!”
That's a good idea, I found that making 1" joints takes a lot of strength but 1/2" and 3/4" are pretty easy.
..........untill the hammer vibrations split the antique metal pipe elsewhere. So let that be a lesson. Always use a rubber mallet.--And a rubber chisel if you can find one.
Should the refrigerator be running while adding freon?
Yes it should. You can set the temperature to the coldest setting and have the door open to ensure the compressor stays on.
Never seen something like that before. Nice video.
These look useful! Does the brand matter? 👀
Most of the generic Amazon brands are similar, for critical applications like cars or trucks I would recommend a more reputable brand like Oetiker. For things like garden hoses the generic clamps will work just fine.
looks good. link?
This is the kit I bought, but there are many available on Amazon for around the same price. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096Z5N5C9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Do you think it worked after some time?
Yes, the repair is quite durable and should hold up nicely over time while also preventing any further damage like cracks or chips from forming in the area.
You clamped the pieces in a METAL vise, which was cooling the pieces down. Try again with the pieces clamped with wood pieces to insulate. That and better prep (using acetone to clean pieces) You’ll get better results.
Thanks, I will give these brazing rods another try using your advice!
It would come out very easy if you let it soak with lubricants. By banging with hammers , you do more damage to the pipe. I think very bad way doing it.
Or something like that
First step is to find out why you need to add. Second step is to add it correctly. Good job enjoy higher electricity bills then needed
Neither Bandsaw
A bandsaw works great but they need a lot of space
Good tip but remember if you’re adding refrigerant there’s a leak in your system. Ac is a closed system and the refrigerant that was put in during manufacturing should be the refrigerant the unit dies with. This is only a temporary fix and will leak out again unless you find and fix the leak
Please make a new video with a set of correct dies.
The manufacturer does not sell dies separately and they refused to send the proper dies so I just got a refund from Amazon.
It is awesome, Not too hard to actuate, A pain in the ass when space is tight, and requires planning when using multiple fittings in tight spaces. I’m happy I bought it for avoiding open flame permits, but as soon as it makes financial sense I’m buying a cordless press tool.
I agree, the electric press machines are amazing but this Bluefin/IWISS tool is a great budget-friendly option. I only use it when water won't stop flowing, making it difficult to solder.
Most mini fridges use r600 or butane
This is an older one that uses R134a
All the new ones use R600. Not a whole lot of R600. I bought a brand new one at the end of last year. It ran a whole 12 hours. There was a failure in a fitting. I couldn't believe how little he put in to charge it again. This isn't a mini fridge. It's 36X36X76.
And make sure that you use the right refrigerant in your refrigerator
The majority of self-contained units have the weight displayed on the data plate. Adding to approximately 10 psi is not exactly the most accurate way of charging... also, if there's a leak, it needs to be fixed. This is the old "gas and go" method. Also, piercing valves should be installed on the process tube so it can be pinched off and brazed shut afterward to avoid a leak at that shitty lil gasket in the piercing valve. Theres probably no safeties on this unit either to keep the cost down, which means if the low side ran into a vacuum due to the slow leak, then you most likely have moisture in the system. If you dont know what you're doing, you should call a professional rather than spread bullshit information on youtube 💯
I would never "gas and go" anything critical, but for an old mini fridge that is just being used as a wine cooler I thought it would be worth a try, and the fridge is still working over a year later.
@DragonBuilds how many times have you charged it in the year ? I mean some of things only hold like 4 ozs, even a slow leak on one of these most likely wouldnt last a year. Luckily 134a is still relatively cheaper than other refrigerants, still expensive, leak should still be fixed properly. A cool lil side project if thats what youre going for but unprofessional if this is for someone else's residence or business
@@RevHasRisen I found that it has a very slow leak but it only needs charging once a year. I am using the mini fridge for storing drinks so if it fails it's not a major problem.
10 bucks of 134a to keep an otherwise working unit out of the landfill. That’s a win.
Nothing will ever last! Everything will be lost in due time. 😂
Charged from the factory, why does it need more?
The fridge has a very slow refrigerant leak
Right. Which is why no fridges, home A/C units or auto A/C units ever need refrigerant. Oh, wait.
@@toddrfif you just add refrigerant, you have a leak. Repair and do not add more until the system has been leak checked to zero leakage.
@@prestonmiller6528 not sure why you’re replying to me. My comment had nothing to do with that.
@@toddrffridges didnt use rubberlines like A/C in cars. Hardlines never loose cooling agent!
Solder on piercing valve is better for permanent installs.
Thanks, Captain Obvious. And what will you need to do if you break the line to solder that in? Oh, pull a vacuum before adding refrigerant you say?
@@toddrf”solder on piercing valve” where do they keep those right next to the board stretcher and the hot ice?
😂they got no tools
Uts diy not ...
I have one and the second the cable has any resistance it grinds or the built in clutch grinds, I haven’t been able to unclog a single drain with it because of this. Any ideas?
The built in clutch could be worn out, if the tool is under warranty Ridgid should be able to repair or replace it.
I’m good bro I know how to solder and I have real propress
I also know how to solder and I honestly prefer it to press, but this is a great tool for DIY plumbing projects
That isn't good soldering technique.
Nice! Will have to use for my home projects!
Looks dropped and used for a hammer looking at the bottom of the spindles , I recommend East Wing for your projects .
I wouldn't even bother responding to the people mocking you for doing it this way. Clearly they have never been in a situation to need to do this and it shows. I'm a plumber, I learned to do this when I was 13 years old, I have done it dozens of times since and will need to do it dozens more in the future. I've never had to do it on small pipe like your demonstration, but its just that, a demonstration.
I actually found that this method is harder on smaller pipes like the 1" I used for the demo compared to larger sizes, on large pipes especially drains it is surprisingly easy.
I concur exactly 💯